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Oct 18
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Budget Blinds Has the Home Automation Technology Your Modern Homes Needs

By 1stView.ca, Campbell River, Comox Valley, Courtenay

Budget Blinds on North Vancouver Island is a leader in automation for window coverings, and other smart home technology. While many of use tools like smart speakers and thermostats to modernize our in-home technology, we often forget that window coverings can also be automated to enhance the comfort and security of your home. The Smart Home Collection by Budget Blinds includes top tech brands that provide homeowners with a suite of state-of-the-art solutions to update their home’s functionality. Control your window coverings, lighting, climate, home security and entertainment systems, all with the push of a button from your smartphone, tablet,…

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Sep 07
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Learn From the Expertise of Budget Blinds’ Designers on Vancouver Island

By Campbell River, Comox, Comox Valley, Courtenay, Cumberland, Nanaimo, Parksville, Port Alberni, Qualicum Beach

Budget Blinds on Vancouver Island provides complimentary in-home consultations with designers to guide you through the choices to find the perfect window coverings for your home. This month meet designer Rebeccah Kurucz. She grew up working in her family’s business in Port Alberni, before attending school for interior design to pursue her passion. She worked at a design firm for several years before making the transition to Budget Blinds. “Helping my clients to make their homes look beautiful is truly rewarding, and I love being a part of the whole process,” says Rebeccah. “Window coverings play such an important role…

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Aug 23
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5 Star Reviews for the 5 Star Service of Budget Blinds of the North Island

By 1stView.ca, Campbell River, Comox, Comox Valley, Courtenay, Cumberland, Parksville, Qualicum Beach, Real Estate and Construction Directory

Budget Blinds of the North Island continues to impress their clients by providing quality products at great prices, along with excellent customer service. Online customer reviews rave about their friendly, expert staff, prompt service and quality products at low prices. Take a look at some of these five-star Google reviews: “Thank you for the efficient, prompt and professional service. It’s our second order and both times all was as promised.”

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Aug 14
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Get Out There and Enjoy Outdoor Adventures From Your New Home in Ladysmith

By 1stView.ca, Green Building, Ladysmith, New Vancouver Island Real Estate, Ocean View, Vancouver Island Homes, Vancouver Island Real Estate

Homebuyers who are relocating to or within BC on Canada’s West Coast are more frequently looking to smaller communities on Vancouver Island, and real estate markets in towns like Ladysmith are seeing the benefits. In particular, active retirees make up a large portion of new residents in smaller Vancouver Island communities, and builders are building homes and communities designed to accommodate their wishes and also to take advantage of everything Island life has to offer. Relocating from expensive cities such as Vancouver and Victoria to Ladysmith offers owners a break from both big-city life and big-city real estate prices. People…

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Jul 30
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The Right Window Coverings From Budget Blinds Will Help Keep The Heat Out This Summer

By 1stView.ca, Campbell River, Comox, Comox Valley, Courtenay

As our West Coast summer finally starts to heat up, did you know your window coverings play a key role in keeping you and your family cool indoors? Windows play an important role in the overall energy efficiency of a house, and proper window treatments from Budget Blinds of the North Island can be a great way to keep you cool in the summer and warm through the winter. Blinds, shades, shutters and drapes all provide effective insulation to maintain comfortable indoor temperatures. Budget Blinds, located in Courtenay, has a huge selection of custom window treatments to choose from, to keep your…

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Jun 21
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The Gales in Ladysmith is Located in a Golfer’s Paradise

By 1stView.ca, Ladysmith, New Vancouver Island Real Estate, News of New Residential Development, Ocean View, Realtors, Vancouver Island, Vancouver Island Homes, Vancouver Island Real Estate

The new luxury home development of The Gales in Ladysmith could have you living in a golfer’s paradise this summer. Vancouver Island, British Columbia is a well-known golf destination and summers on the West Coast provide some of the best conditions to play a round (or several). The Gales, centrally located in the Town of Ladysmith, offers easy access to golf courses in Victoria, Nanaimo and between. Many of these golf courses, including Bear Mountain, Arbutus Ridge and the Cowichan Golf Club, are members of the prestigious Vancouver Island Golf Trail, while still others offer options for beginners and children, signature waterfront holes, and peaceful forested…

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Jun 07
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Budget Blinds of Vancouver Island is Helping You Beat the Heat This Summer

By 1stView.ca, Campbell River, Comox, Comox Valley, Courtenay, Cumberland, Parksville, Port Alberni, Qualicum Beach, Vancouver Island Homes

Up to 50% of a home’s heating and cooling energy can be lost through its windows. So rather than cranking up your heat or air conditioning to avoid uncomfortable temperatures this summer, let Budget Blinds help with an array of versatile blinds, shades, shutters, and window film that are practical and energy efficient, and also on-trend. This June Budget Blinds of the North Island is offering $150 off Cellular and Solar shades, and 20% off Window Film to help beat the heat. These energy efficient window coverings will keep you feeling cool and your home looking great this summer, and can also…

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Jun 07
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Building Permit Values Up on Vancouver Island

By Building Links News, Comox Valley, Nanaimo, News of Construction, Port Alberni, Statistics, Vancouver Island, Vancouver Island Construction News

The Vancouver Island Construction Association (VICA) has released their first quarter report for building permits on Vancouver Island and Powell River.  Total building permits issued in the region during the first quarter of 2019 totalled $610.0 million, up 26 per cent from the fourth quarter of 2018. Building permits were higher in most regional districts except in Alberni-Clayoquot and the Comox Valley. Large gains over the prior quarter occurred in the Nanaimo and Strathcona Regional districts. 

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May 17
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This Month Enjoy Buy More, Save More Specials at Budget Blinds of the North Island

By 1stView.ca, Campbell River, Comox, Comox Valley, Courtenay, Cumberland, Parksville, Port Alberni, Qualicum Beach, Real Estate and Construction Directory

Spring is a great time to freshen up your home’s window coverings, and this month, buy more and save more with Budget Blinds of Central and Northern Vancouver Island. Enjoy 30-40% off selected styles this May – the more you buy, the more you’ll save. Budget Blinds designers can provide a free in-home consultation to guide you through the latest choices and ensure you receive window treatments that suit your decor, lifestyle and your family’s needs.

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Apr 24
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Budget Blinds of the North Island Offers 50% off Norman Shutters in April

By Campbell River, Comox, Comox Valley, Courtenay, Cumberland, Vancouver Island

Budget Blinds of the North Island is featuring 50% off Norman-brand shutters during the month of April. Enjoy a free in-home design consultation and find the perfect shutters for your home. Whether you prefer wood or faux wood shutters, composite or vinyl shutters, you’ll find Norman shutters to complement any type of window or interior design style.

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